Ariel

Ariel is an animated toon character by Disney. Ariel is a little mermaid.

Ariel at a Glance

Princess Ariel is a fictional character, a mermaid and the protagonist of Disney's 1989 animated film The Little Mermaid. She later appears in the film's prequel television series, direct-to-video sequel Category: The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea - and direct-to-video prequel Category: The Little Mermaid: Ariels Beginning - . Ariel is voiced by Jodi Benson in all the above animated material.

The character is based on the protagonist of Hans Christian Andersens "The Little Mermaid" story, but was developed into a different personality for the 1989 animated film adaptation. Her distinct appearance consists of long, flowing red hair, blue eyes, a green tail and a purple seashell bikini top. Until Giselle of Disney's 2007 film Enchanted, she was the only Disney Princess to have red hair.

A stage musical version of the 1989 film debuted in 2007, in which the "live" role was originated by Sierra Boggess.

Ariel is one of the meetable face characters at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.

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